Rantanen (lower body) will play Monday against Nashville, Marc Moser of Altitude Sports 950 reports.

EDGE Analysis

After spooking fantasy owners and Avalanche fans, Rantanen leaving Saturday's game against Los Angeles turned out to be for precautionary reasons. The 22-year-old broke out for 84 points in 81 games last season and already has 23 goals and 73 points before the All-Star break in the 2018-19 campaign. Among the league leaders in points, Rantanen is a daily must-start in all fantasy formats.

Rantanen was removed from Saturday's game against the Kings due to precautionary reason, according to the Avalanche's official team twitter account.

EDGE Analysis

This is great news for Rantanen's owners, as missing the Art Ross Trophy candidate for any period of time would register as a major blow. It sounds like Rantanen has a good chance of returning at the first available opportunity Monday against Nashville, but interested parties should still keep their eyes peeled for more concrete news on that front.

Rantanen has been ruled out for the remainder of Saturday's game against the Kings due to a lower-body injury, Ryan S. Clark of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

Prior to his exit, Rantanen recorded two goals, three shots on goal and a plus-1 rating. Any extended absence would certainly be a huge blow for an Avalanche squad that is jostling for playoff positioning heading into the All-Star break. Colorado returns to action Monday against the Predators, so keep your eyes peeled for news regarding his status.

Rantanen set up both of his team's goals, but it was far from enough to earn a win in a 5-2 loss to Ottawa on Wednesday.

EDGE Analysis

Rantanen continues to put up incredible numbers, as the two assists got him to 71 points on the year, tied with Calgary's Johnny Gaudreau for second in the league (with Gaudreau having played one more game). Rantanen produces night after night, and he looks like he'll be a fantasy factor for a long time to come.

Rantanen had the primary assist on a power play goal Thursday in a 2-1 loss to the Golden Knights.

EDGE Analysis

Rantanen is just a point behind Nikita Kucherov in the race for the Ross Trophy as 2018 nears its end. If he can be as dominant in 2019 as he's been in 2018, he's got an excellent shot at claiming the scoring title.

Rantanen scored a goal and added three assists in Tuesday's loss to the Oilers.

EDGE Analysis

Rantanen had a hand in every Avalanche goal during the team's second straight loss. The 22-year-old extended his point streak to 12 games and leads the league with 52 points in just 31 games with linemate Nathan MacKinnon ringing up in second place with 47.

Rantanen stretched his point streak to 10 games Thursday with a goal in a 5-2 win over the Panthers.

EDGE Analysis

He leads the NHL with 47 points. Rantanen has 18 points, including 13 assists, on his current streak. He shows no sign of slowing down and is among the fantasy elite. Use with confidence.

Rantanen dished out a pair of power-play helpers in Wednesday's 7-3 win over the Kings.

EDGE Analysis

Rantanen has been on fire with 10 points over his last five games, giving him 34 in just 21 games. While he most likely won't keep up his current pace of over 130 points, it's encouraging to see that his 84-point performance last season was no fluke.

Rantanen was given a $2,000 fine for embellishment versus Boston on Nov. 14, Ryan S. Clark of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

While the fine won't break the bank for Rantanen, it is the second time this season he has been hit with additional punishment for embellishment, which could open the door for him to be suspended as a repeat offender. The Finnish winger has tallied eight points in his previous four outings and is on track to hit the 80-point mark again.

Rantanen had two assists and scored the game winning goal during Sunday's 4-3 overtime win against Anaheim.

EDGE Analysis

Rantanen picked up his ninth multi-point game of the season, upping his total to a league leading 32 points through 20 games. The winger leads the NHL with 24 assists, while the game winning goal in overtime was Rantanen's eighth of the season. Rantanen has been an elite player so far this year and fantasy owners will hope this run of play continues into the future.